Easy, Healthy, Delicious – Acorn Squash

Acorn Squash with Apple and Cranberry

This recipe was modified from it’s original in the New York Times: “101 Head Starts on (Thanksgiving) Day” written By Mark Bittman, November 2009. But, in fact, it’s great as a side for any occasion where you want to “fancy-up” a nice meal.

Serves: 4 Prep Time: 15 min Cook Time: 6-12 min

Ingredients

1 acorn squash

2 granny smith apples

4 tablespoons cranberries or cranberry sauce

pinch of cinnamon

Directions

Heat acorn squash in the microwave on high for 1 minute.

Cut squash in half and take out seeds and membranes. (It’s easiest to cut in a jagged design so go with the flow and make it part of the decoration).

Place 2 halves of squash face down on a plate filled with water. Microwave on high for 6-10 minutes or until squash is soft. (Refill water while cooking if needed)

Cut apples into small chunks and place in a bowl with some water at the bottom. Microwave on high for 1.5 minutes or until apples are soft.